Julia Noble: “It’s just a kind of friendly relationship…..”
Materiality, process/rules and colour are the three aspects that define Julia Noble’s work. As an artist it is important to her that she engages the viewer’s senses, creating an aesthetic experience through the physical components of her paintings, which draw upon her experiences and desires.
Julia is drawn to art works where the puzzle for her is to ascertain how they were made, where things are not as they seem, trying to establish the processes that have been employed.
Her practice has been founded on two quotes that resonated with her in relation to the use of chance by abstract painters. Robert Rauschenberg said that “And even though chance deals with the unexpected and unplanned it still has to be organized before it can exist…” and that he “used the fact that wet paint would run, and lots of other things…it’s just a kind of friendly relationship with your materials”. Robert Morris refers to the “tendencies inherent in a materials/process interaction.” Rauschenberg’s words inspired the title of Julia’s exhibition. Her practice involves an investigation into her relationship with materials, the tendencies they possess and how those tendencies can be pushed together with the impact of colour.
Julia explains, “I seek to challenge the viewer with my complex system of production which results in kaleidoscopic rhythmic images. The starting point for many of my creations stems from elements of earlier works transforming them into something new using repeating forms, processes, and colour to provide different perspectives. Incorporating stitch as a drawing method the marks I make are relatively unconventional but also serve to disrupt the form and texture of the surface. Furthermore, stitching is synonymous with bringing together, a cohesive force unifying the separate elements of the work.
“My creations are instinctive, how they end up is determined by the processes and the colours that are used. I want them to be unashamedly joyful and uplifting full of curiosity and optimism.”
Highgate Gallery open Tue-Fri 1-5; Sat 11-4; Sun 11-5. Closed Mon.
Exhibition continues until 22 March.
Do we need more homes built in London or is there another way? Sian Berry and Helen Marcus debate and put questions to local Councillors from Haringey and Camden. Reserve your FREE place here.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/londons-housing-crisis-tickets-43596933602
Join the tropical pop-up dance floor with N6Zumba – the dance-fitness party with a Latin twist! All levels welcome, drop in any time to start feeling the benefits of a healthier and happier lifestyle. Classes run with the Haringey school term and are ladies only – sorry guys!
The very popular Little Owl Book Club returns in January with an extra class due to demand. This award-winning class for kids age 2-4 takes place in our light and airy conservatory on Friday mornings. Devised with a reading specialist the class gives a fun start to phonics and letters. There are 2 great stories, a letter of the week taught with active games, then a fun art project to keep little hands busy.
Class 1: 10.00-10.50
Class 2: 11.05-11.55
No classes during half-term: Monday 12 -Friday 16 February
Guided walk around Highgate and tea afterwards at 10A

Ricardo Curbelo (Harp, Cuatro, Maracas, Vocals)
“A sheer delight to see and listen to” (Arran Music Society, 2016)
Fiona Harrison, (Classical Guitar)
“… a musician of great sensitivity both to her instrument and the mood of the music … gifted with a superbly confident technique.” (Hampshire Chronicle)
Travel on a rich and exciting musical journey with these two fine soloists.
Innovative Latin American harpist, composer and poet, Ricardo Curbelo, combines traditional music from a variety of Latin American countries, together with his own, spellbinding compositions. Vibrant, energetic and jazzy pieces contrast with more classical, enchanting melodies and tender vocals. He is delighted to share this concert with wonderful classical guitarist, Fiona Harrison, who will also present a fascinating and varied programme of music, crossing cultures and centuries from Renaissance England through to contemporary Japan.
mini mozart
Mini Mozart offers fun and interactive live music classes for toddlers and babies. The classes feature two or more live instruments; a clarinet, violin, flute, French horn, saxophone or trumpet with a piano accompanist. The idea of Mini Mozart is to get children actually listening, not just hearing. Children interact with our live musicians in a way that is impossible with recorded music.
It’s hard to say which will be your favourite part of the class; the warm up where the teachers introduce their instruments allowing your little one to get up close and touch the instruments, or the part where they reveal their suitcase full of fun props that will entice your child on an interactive musical adventure.
Packed with puppets, parachutes & percussion, bursting with Bach & bubbles, and flush with fairy tales and flutes; follow our rotating team of 4 teachers and their piano accompanist on a multi-sensory musical journey that will inspire your little one with instruments from every section of the orchestra.
“I couldn’t wait to get out and about after Alfie was born. Mini Mozart was perfect because it was interesting for both of us!” Claire, Mum to Alfie (aged 4 months)
Start time: 9.30am for toddlers and 10.15 for babies.
Time: 09:30
Venue: Lauderdale House
Price band | A | B |
Standard | £143.00 | |
Concession | ||
Child |
Website: www.minimozart.com
One off payment of £143.00 or £47.66 every month for 3 months. Start time 9.30am for toddlers and 10.15 for babies.
Join the tropical pop-up dance floor with N6Zumba – the dance-fitness party with a Latin twist! All levels welcome, drop in any time to start feeling the benefits of a healthier and happier lifestyle. Classes run with the Haringey school term and are ladies only – sorry guys!
Join the tropical pop-up dance floor with N6Zumba – the dance-fitness party with a Latin twist! All levels welcome, drop in any time to start feeling the benefits of a healthier and happier lifestyle. Classes run with the Haringey school term and are ladies only – sorry guys!
Join the tropical pop-up dance floor with N6Zumba – the dance-fitness party with a Latin twist! All levels welcome, drop in any time to start feeling the benefits of a healthier and happier lifestyle. Classes run with the Haringey school term and are ladies only – sorry guys!
Organ Recital at St Joseph’s Church. Look at the poster here Organ Recitals 2018
Join the tropical pop-up dance floor with N6Zumba – the dance-fitness party with a Latin twist! All levels welcome, drop in any time to start feeling the benefits of a healthier and happier lifestyle. Classes run with the Haringey school term and are ladies only – sorry guys!
Join the tropical pop-up dance floor with N6Zumba – the dance-fitness party with a Latin twist! All levels welcome, drop in any time to start feeling the benefits of a healthier and happier lifestyle. Classes run with the Haringey school term and are ladies only – sorry guys!
cleanup poster version 2 23 jan
An hour of cleaning up Highgate and then soup and conversation afterwards at 10A!
Explore Waterlow Park with trails, scavenges and ‘self’ guide
Meet by the bridge near the ‘new’ playground

Handmade In Highgate the Spring Show 13 -15 April 2018
Find 30 talented designer/makers, exhibiting and selling their unique creations at Handmade In Highgate. The Institute offers the perfect location and the perfect opportunity for visitors to meet and buy from the some of the most talented and prolific artist/designer/makers working in the UK today. Entrance is FREE and everyone is welcome.
The Highgate Literary & Scientific Institution
11 South Grove, Highgate, London N6 6BS
Open:
Friday 13 April: 6pm – 9pm
Saturday 14 April: 10am – 6pm
Sunday 15 April 10am – 5pm
Contact details:
E: handmadeinhighgate@gmail.com
FB: Handmadein Highgate
Twitter: @handmadeinhigh
Instagram: handmadeinhighgate
Every one is welcome to come and meet members and non-members of the Highgate Society.

Handmade In Highgate the Spring Show 13 -15 April 2018
Find 30 talented designer/makers, exhibiting and selling their unique creations at Handmade In Highgate. The Institute offers the perfect location and the perfect opportunity for visitors to meet and buy from the some of the most talented and prolific artist/designer/makers working in the UK today. Entrance is FREE and everyone is welcome.
The Highgate Literary & Scientific Institution
11 South Grove, Highgate, London N6 6BS
Open:
Friday 13 April: 6pm – 9pm
Saturday 14 April: 10am – 6pm
Sunday 15 April 10am – 5pm
Contact details:
E: handmadeinhighgate@gmail.com
FB: Handmadein Highgate
Twitter: @handmadeinhigh
Instagram: handmadeinhighgate
Box Office opens at 10:00 AM, event begins at 10:30 AM.
Ticket Prices:
Standard: £8.50; Concession: £6.50; Family: £28.00 (2 Adults, 2 Children); Family Concession: £20.00 (2 Adults, 2 Children)
Captain Calamity combines marvellous magic, sensational science and jaw dropping bubble performances to enchant children of all ages.
Young minds will be introduced to the amazing world we live in and see how chemicals, polymers, solids, liquids and gasses react together to create awesome effects. With Captain Calamity’s science show the children become the stars, engaging with the performance and becoming part of the act. They are invited to shout out, jump up and get stuck into the action! Anything is possible when we tap into the unlimited resource that is a child’s imagination so come along with your little one and be amazed. After all, do you know a child who doesn’t love watching things ooze, bubble, fizz and pop?
Watch Captain Calamity launch rockets into the sky, join in stunning science stunts and have fun with lot and lots of slime. Then there’s the bubble magic, as Captain Calamity demonstrates bubble chains, bubbles inside bubbles, giant bubbles and children inside bubbles!
Captain Calamity’s Science Show is suitable for children aged 3+.
Come along to our Spring Show and marvel at the wonderful Spring flowers on display. Enjoy afternoon tea with our delicious cakes, visit our plant, produce and raffle stalls and bid for some of the donated exhibits at our famous auction! New members and exhibitors are always welcome, see our website for how to join.
Come and see what the Highgate Society is doing.

Handmade In Highgate the Spring Show 13 -15 April 2018
Find 30 talented designer/makers, exhibiting and selling their unique creations at Handmade In Highgate. The Institute offers the perfect location and the perfect opportunity for visitors to meet and buy from the some of the most talented and prolific artist/designer/makers working in the UK today. Entrance is FREE and everyone is welcome.
The Highgate Literary & Scientific Institution
11 South Grove, Highgate, London N6 6BS
Open:
Friday 13 April: 6pm – 9pm
Saturday 14 April: 10am – 6pm
Sunday 15 April 10am – 5pm
Contact details:
E: handmadeinhighgate@gmail.com
FB: Handmadein Highgate
Twitter: @handmadeinhigh
Instagram: handmadeinhighgate
Come and see what the Highgate Society is doing.
Local Election Hustings
- Annabel Leveton was nominated for actress of the year for her lead role in the original production of Hair. She is an actress, singer, director and author of The Real Rock Follies, described by Stephen Fry as a “triumphant and riveting account of an astonishing story”
- Annabel will recount some amazing tales of her life in theatre and music. Audience members can try a glass of wine in a relaxed atmosphere, while enjoying this fascinating talk interspersed with songs.
- This evening is sponsored by the Highgate Library Action Group.
This month’s show has in the cast:
Roz Nelson, Louisa Bayman, Sue Yager, Orla Roberts, Cathy Joyner, Fiona Slater, Alec Dunnachie, and Michael Hall, With Bob Higgs in the Chair and Derek Marcus at the piano.
Come along for a fun evening and join in the choruses.

Hazel will be running an exciting mixed media art class with a different focus and theme each 6 week term beginning with botanical art. You will develop formal art skills and explore painting, drawing and collage media surrounded by the beautiful gardens of the North London Bowls club on the edge of Hampstead Heath.
Classes will run from 10.00am to 1.00pm each Thursday.
Beginners and experienced artists welcome as Hazel has taught art for almost 25 years and is able to break down learning to make art accessible for all.
Alongside creating your own artwork, Hazel will connect your learning with the work of known artists.
Concession fees and drop in classes available. Please see www.hlwfineart.com
Join the tropical pop-up dance floor with N6Zumba – the dance-fitness party with a Latin twist! All levels welcome, drop in any time to start feeling the benefits of a healthier and happier lifestyle. Classes run with the Haringey school term and are ladies only – sorry guys!
8.30pm (doors open 8pm)
£15 / £12 concession / £7 student
concessions limited to disability, people on benefits (not over 60’s)
The Tina May Quintet
Tina May (voice), Karen Sharp (saxes), Robin Aspland (piano), Arnie Somogyi (d. bass) & Winston Clifford (drums)
This very swinging quintet is led by the incredibly versatile and talented Tina May who was breathtakingly exciting on the Swanage Festival main stage last year. Tonight her jazz soul is the guiding force and one glance at her line up tells you that this will be a very special evening. It’s the first appearance at Lauderdale by British Jazz Award winner Karen Sharp who first worked with Tina when they were both with the Humphrey Lyttelton Band. Since then they have collaborated and recorded together extensively.
Expect some straight ahead jazz and ….always some forgotten gems alongside standards – but swung and sung in Tina’s inimitable style.
Our programmer Brian Blain compares her appearance at Swanage to Anita O’Day’s sensational contribution to that classic 1960 documentary Jazz On a Summer’s Day and tell us that ‘we could not start our Spring season in any better way’.
‘that great rarity…a singer who enhances a song.’ Dave Gelly, the Observer.
Join the tropical pop-up dance floor with N6Zumba – the dance-fitness party with a Latin twist! All levels welcome, drop in any time to start feeling the benefits of a healthier and happier lifestyle. Classes run with the Haringey school term and are ladies only – sorry guys!
Join the tropical pop-up dance floor with N6Zumba – the dance-fitness party with a Latin twist! All levels welcome, drop in any time to start feeling the benefits of a healthier and happier lifestyle. Classes run with the Haringey school term and are ladies only – sorry guys!

Hazel will be running an exciting mixed media art class with a different focus and theme each 6 week term beginning with botanical art. You will develop formal art skills and explore painting, drawing and collage media surrounded by the beautiful gardens of the North London Bowls club on the edge of Hampstead Heath.
Classes will run from 10.00am to 1.00pm each Thursday.
Beginners and experienced artists welcome as Hazel has taught art for almost 25 years and is able to break down learning to make art accessible for all.
Alongside creating your own artwork, Hazel will connect your learning with the work of known artists.
Concession fees and drop in classes available. Please see www.hlwfineart.com